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Quebec's Doctor Pay Bill Sparks Legal Action and Controversy

10/25/2025

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The bill from Premier François Legault's CAQ would alter doctors' remuneration and end pressure tactics.
Dr. Vincent Oliva, president of Fédération des médecins spécialistes du Québec (FMSQ), says legal action has begun.
CAQ says the measure will improve access for 1.5 million Quebecers without a family doctor.
Critics, including Dr. Marc-André Amyot of Fédération des médecins omnipraticiens du Québec (FMOQ), warn it could worsen shortages and service quality.

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Story summary

The bill from Premier François Legault's CAQ would alter doctors' remuneration and end pressure tactics.
Dr. Vincent Oliva, president of Fédération des médecins spécialistes du Québec (FMSQ), says legal action has begun.
CAQ says the measure will improve access for 1.5 million Quebecers without a family doctor.
Critics, including Dr. Marc-André Amyot of Fédération des médecins omnipraticiens du Québec (FMOQ), warn it could worsen shortages and service quality.